Basic Nutrition
What nutrients are found in whole grains and keep you feeling full?
Fiber
About 60% of your body weight is made up of ___.
Water
True or False: Broccoli contains more vitamins and minerals than chips.
True
True or False: All types of fats found in foods are unhealthy.
False
True of False: Ads are a reliable way to learn about foods that are healthy for you.
False
What is the amount of energy found in foods called?
Consuming too many calories and not getting enough exercise can lead to ___.
Weight Gain
What mineral do dairy foods contain that helps build strong bones and teeth?
Calcium
What is an example of a food that is high in fat?
Avocado, ice cream, french fries, fried chicken, onion rings, cake, cheese, nuts
How many minutes of physical activity should you get every day?
At least 60 mins.
What nutrient is your bodies main source of energy and fuels your muscles?
Carbohydrates
The process by which your body breaks down food after you eat is called ___.
Digestion
What is an example of a food that contains a lot of vitamin C?
*Name 2*
Oranges, orange juice, strawberries, peppers, broccoli, potatoes, tomatoes
What type of fat is solid at room temperature and is mostly found in animal products?
Saturated fats.
According to MyPlate, how much of your plate should be filled with fruits and vegetables?
50%
What nutrient helps your muscles and cells grow and repair?
Protein
When the tissues in your body lose too much water, this is called ____.
Dehydration
Which vitamin helps your eyesight?
Vitamin A
Unsaturated fats
What are the three healthiest beverage choices?
Water, low-fat milk, 100% juice
What nutrient protects your organs, keeps you warm, and moves vitamins through your body?
Fats
What are the substances found in food that your body needs to work properly called?
Nutrients
Which vitamin does your body make from sunlight and is important for healthy bones?
Vitamin D
The FDA has banned this type of unhealthy fat, which is found in processed foods?
Transfat
In 2020, U.S food manufactures were no longer allowed to sell foods with hydrogenated oil, which means transfats are no longer added unnaturally to foods
The ingredients on a nutrition facts label are listed by ___.
Weight or quantity.